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Connect Cables Directly to the Server
Once the server is secured in the rack, you can connect the cables and power cord directly to its back and front panels. You must connect the cables and power cord directly if you mount the server in a
Follow these steps to connect cables for network connections and peripheral devices directly to the server (without mounting the
1Gather the cables and devices you will connect to the server’s back panel. Make certain that each cable has the proper connector and that it is designed for use in a high- capacity server. (Check the documentation for each peripheral device or cable to determine that it can be used with the server.)
2Label each cable so that you can locate a specific cable quickly and avoid errors when disconnecting cables.
3Beginning at one side of the server’s back panel, connect each cable to the appropriate port.
See “Your Server at a
Important: When connecting Ethernet cables, connect a cable to the lower Ethernet port (port 1) first.
Ethernet port 2
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Ethernet port 1
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If you connect only one Ethernet cable, make sure to connect it to port 1.
4Connect the power cord and its retaining clip to the back panel.
The ends of the clip fit into the small openings at either side of the power socket. Be sure that the rounded part of the clip goes under the cord, so that the cord is supported.
If more than one power cord came with your server, use the cord appropriate for the electrical service available at your location.
Important: The short power cord provided with some systems is intended for use in a rack that has its own power source. Do not use this cord for any other purpose.
5If you will be using the FireWire port on the front panel of the server, connect a cable to it.